Magic stun Pistons in Game 1 to grab early series lead
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Magic stun Pistons in Game 1 to grab early series lead image
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By Rafael Bandayrel
 
The Orlando Magic pulled off a 112-101 upset over the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round series on Monday morning (PH time) in Detroit.
 
Orlando seized control in the second half, dictating the tempo after building a comfortable lead in the third quarter against the favored Pistons.
 
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Wendell Carter Jr. delivered the finishing blows late, converting a strong basket inside with 40 seconds left before adding a fastbreak slam to put the game out of reach.
 
It was a complete team effort from the Magic, with all five starters scoring in double figures. Paolo Banchero led the way with 23 points, nine rebounds, and four assists, while Franz Wagner added 19 points.
 
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Desmond Bane and Carter Jr. chipped in 17 points each, while Jalen Suggs contributed 16.
 
With the win, Orlando takes a 1-0 series lead. Game 2 is set for Thursday.
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Small aircraft
hot commentFinally understand why the Magic lost to the 76ers. They're so shrewd, haha.
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PapaJun Domingo S. Santos III
hot commentWow, first playoff game upset from a lower seeded team. Hope this trend continues to make the playoffs exciting.
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Ret Fird
Oh no! 😔
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Eduardo Tapoc
Dehado
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Brandon Tan
Banchero's performance in these two games has made me see the prime Cameron Anthony.
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Cade Parker Cunningham
Jalen Duren and Tobias can pack their bags, Jenkins too! Anyone want to help Cade out ?
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Cade Cunningham
Apart from Cade, the other Pistons players performed terribly.
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Sir Zaiden
The Magic played really well. The referees did their best, but the Pistons just couldn't seize the opportunity.
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Junie Magayon
Nice game
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Junie Magayon
Nice
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